did i say that the time between the first early bloom and a steady beginning of bloom is the longest time of the year ? well just in case i did not let me whine and reiterate. we are still waiting. other flowers are getting closer to joining the show. just not close enough. so back to last year’s pictures. this is Chinese Temple Flower. it has what is known as an applique eye. like it was painted on. when you turn around leaving the pebble in my hand i will know the garden is in bloom grasshopper… two images
a north east ohio garden 
I admire your patience and perseverance – I’m either too early or say, 3 months later, “Oh, wow! I should have remembered to take a picture of that!” 😀
This week is testing that perseverance. Sooner or later the tide will turn and bloom will stop threatening to arrive. Thanks for the comment !
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